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LCSW Janet Craig

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Janet Craig is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: LCSW Years in Practice: 35 State: Illinois

Hello! Janet Craig here. I come to Betterhelp with 30+ years of social work/advocacy/counseling experience. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois. I have worked in a variety of settings (child welfare, hospice, and the schools), and am comfortable helping people of all ages explore what makes them tick, what causes them pain, and how they can best take care of themselves. Being a human being is hard work no matter your age or life experience.

I am especially skilled in helping parents with a variety of parenting issues, and have a passion for working with parents of teenagers. Raising a family is one of life's biggest and most important challenges. I'm here to help parents navigate new territory as their kids grow through adolescence.

As a bereavement counselor, I have helped individuals and families cope with loss and it's resulting aftermath. Grief can feel very lonely and overwhelming at times. Sometimes it helps to sort out thoughts and feelings with someone outside the family. That's where I come in.

My approach is one of compassion, careful listening, and guiding individuals toward meeting goals that they set for themselves. I firmly believe that people have the capacity to heal themselves, and that no one has to make that journey alone. My approach to my life and profession is that of acceptance, respect and kindness. The bumper sticker on my car says, “Human kind (be both).” My life's motto.

EXPERTISE

parenting

grief/loss

stress management

relationship issues

self-esteem

anxiety

coping skills

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Issues
Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Self esteem LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Sleeping disorders Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes ADHD
Languages Spoken
English

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Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Reviews for Janet Craig

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(13 reviews)
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Janet listens to me and adds many thoughtful contributions to our talks. I appreciate her very much.

Dec 23, 2023

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Incredibly supportive, non-judgmental, and helps me re-frame.

Jun 20, 2023

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She’s great! Reassuring and yet willing to challenge your ideas and thoughts when needed. Highly recommend her to any professional who has constraints on their schedule. Everyone else too!

May 05, 2023

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Janet does a great job of reframing my thoughts/beliefs about myself. She’s not only a great listener, but we have a great back and forth. I appreciate all the examples she gives me, even from her own life, helps me feel less alone.

Feb 18, 2023

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Janet is such a kind, amazing soul that makes my day every time we get to talk. She feels more like a friend than a therapist

L.I.·Feb 08, 2022

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Janet is a great listener and I always feel at ease when talking to her about my experiences. She’s been a huge support while going through some challenging moments in my life.

A.N.·Dec 15, 2021

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I love her! She makes my life so much better

S.U.·Oct 29, 2021

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Janet is so caring and kind. She listens with an open mind and gives me great advice to keep moving forward.

L.I.·Aug 06, 2021

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Janet is an amazing source of support, she has a very warm and empathetic approach to her counseling that makes it so much easier to talk to her. Whenever I finish a session with her my thoughts are calmed and I have a clearer perspective to move forward with.

T.A.·May 24, 2021

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Janet is amazing and so inspiring and a fantastic listener and counselor. I feel so thankful to work with her!

S.I.·Mar 22, 2021

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Speaking with Janet is a breath of fresh air she’s so sweet and caring and helps with everything that I need you’re gonna love her

S.U.·Mar 19, 2021

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An incredible therapist and a wonderfully open-minded and open-hearted individual who listens without judgement and cares about what you're going through.

N.I.·Mar 05, 2021

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Janet is a wonderful person and a kind, caring therapist. She is easy to talk to and has good insights and thoughtful suggestions, while being a great listener who is accepting and non-judgemental.

D.I.·Feb 27, 2021

Benefits

Affordable, convenient, and accessible, Janet Craig offers counseling online

  • Affordable: Pay a low flat fee.
  • Convenient: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
  • Available now: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.